Business dining etiquette.
The do's and the don'ts.
Before the meal.
Shake hands with everyone that is present at the table. Remember your host/ess's name.
Remaining standing until host sits down.
When the Host sits down. you sit down.
Place you napkin on your lap, wait till your host moves theirs.
Don't eat sloppy foods.
Order foods such as chicken, fish, or salad. Food which are easy and clean to eat.
Order something cheap and normal.
Don't eat the most expensive, or most unusual food.
Limit your self to one drink.
Don't drink too much alcohol.
When eating remember, solids on your left (bread plate), liquids on your right.
Sit up straight, and don't tip your chair back.
Don't ask about everything on the menu, you'll seem annoying.
When sharing sauce with others...
Use the spoon, don't dip your food into it.
KEEP THEM ELBOWS OFF THE TABLE.
When speaking, put your silverware on the plate not the table.
Don't speak with your mouth full.
Didn't you parents teach you this?
Maintain good eye contact.
Don't lick your utensils , or fingers.
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